Convenient Access from Stratford Hills
Stratford Hills families can reach Murry & Kuhn Dentistry in about 13 minutes by heading north over the James River. If you have been looking around for a dentist near Stratford Hills, our Patterson Avenue office sits a short way up River Road, just outside the Richmond city line. Our dentists care for children, parents and grandparents, and the practice has served Richmond households since 1983.
From Pony Pasture on Riverside Drive, follow Riverside to Huguenot Road (VA 147) and cross the river on the Huguenot Memorial Bridge, where Huguenot Road becomes River Road. Stay on River Road to Three Chopt Road, then turn onto Patterson Avenue (VA 6) and continue to 7110 Patterson Ave C, Richmond, VA 23229. Plan on about 5.1 miles and roughly 13 minutes, with no toll roads anywhere on the trip. You can pull up our office on Google Maps before you set out.
The Huguenot Bridge is the only river crossing on the drive, and its current span opened in 2013. Once you reach the north bank, the rest of the drive runs through quiet West End streets. We also welcome many patients from Westhampton and Windsor Farms, two neighborhoods that sit just across the James from Stratford Hills. The neighborhood also borders Southampton and Wilton, and patients from those streets are just as welcome.
A Neighborhood Practice for Stratford Hills Residents
Stratford Hills is a woodsy corner of the City of Richmond, where cottage-style and midcentury modern homes sit under mature oaks, river birches and loblolly pines. Four sections of the James River Park System lie inside the neighborhood, so trails, rapids and fishing spots are part of everyday life. Some households have owned their homes for decades, while younger families keep arriving for the green space. Our team sees both groups, often in the same week and sometimes in the same family.
Our office keeps a four-day schedule, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, so Stratford Hills patients plan visits early in the week. Parents with children at Southampton Elementary School can line up a pair of cleanings together so the whole crew is seen in one trip over the bridge. Grandparents who help with school pickups are welcome to book on the same afternoon. The front desk keeps those family visits close together whenever the calendar allows.
Dental Priorities in Stratford Hills Homes
Long-time Stratford Hills residents may carry dental work that has served them for years: older fillings, a worn crown or a tooth that finally needs replacing. Our dentists check that work closely at every exam and talk through choices before anything changes. When a tooth needs a new cap, a same-day crown is designed from a Planmeca scan and milled in the office with E4D technology, so there is no temporary to baby along. For a missing tooth, CBCT 3D imaging and a 3D-printed surgical guide map out the implant before placement.
Active families make up the other half of the neighborhood. Kids who bike the river trails or scramble over the rocks at Pony Pasture benefit from a custom sports mouthguard, while sealants and fluoride help protect young molars between checkups. Adults who snore loudly or wake up tired are often surprised to learn that a dental appliance can help with sleep apnea. Our dentists can arrange a home sleep study, and sleep specialists review the results before anything is made.
Morning jaw soreness or teeth that look flatter than they used to can point to grinding at night. A custom nightguard cushions the teeth while you sleep, and our dentists also treat TMD-related jaw discomfort. Oral cancer screenings round out every adult exam as well.
Services from Your Dentist Near Stratford Hills
Family Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, digital x-rays, sealants and fluoride treatments cover every age, from a toddler's first visit to a grandparent's checkup. Stratford Hills parents can schedule several family members in a single trip north. Sports mouthguards are available for young athletes too.
Dental Implants
A missing tooth can be replaced with a single implant, an implant-supported bridge or a full-arch option. Guided placement with 3D imaging keeps the plan precise, and most patients are back to normal activity within a day or two. Healing into the bone typically takes a few months.
Sleep Apnea Treatment
Mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea can often be managed with a custom oral appliance instead of a CPAP mask. The device is made for your mouth and worn at night. Stratford Hills couples kept awake by snoring often find this the easiest place to start.
Restorative Dentistry
Composite fillings, root canal therapy, bridges, extractions, and dentures and partials rebuild teeth that have worn down over the years. You will see each option and its cost laid out before any work starts, so homeowners on the south bank can plan repairs on their own timeline.
Meet Your Patterson Avenue Dentists
Dr. Donald Murry III, Dr. Ryan Gaffner and Dr. Jessica Vellucci share the care at our office. Dr. Murry studied economics at the University of Virginia, earned his dental degree at Case Western Reserve University and joined the practice in 2010 with surgical and restorative implant training. That background suits Stratford Hills patients weighing an implant to replace a lost tooth.
Insurance, Wellness Plan & Financing
Uninsured Stratford Hills households can join our in-house Wellness Plan for one fee paid once a year. Members get two preventive visits annually, plus reduced fees on fillings, crowns and implants with no annual cap on using them. For insured patients, our insurance team files the claims and shares a cost breakdown before treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Murry & Kuhn Dentistry from Stratford Hills, and how do I get there?
Our office is about 5.1 miles from Pony Pasture, roughly a 13-minute drive. Take Riverside Drive to Huguenot Road, cross the Huguenot Memorial Bridge onto River Road, then follow Three Chopt Road to Patterson Avenue. For anyone who wants a dentist near Stratford Hills without toll roads or interstates, the trip is simple. Rush hour can add time at the bridge.
Can a parent and two kids all be seen in one trip?
Yes, our office can usually schedule family members back to back so everyone is seen during the same visit. Booking a few weeks ahead gives the front desk the most choices, especially for afternoon slots before our 5:00 PM close. Each person still gets a full cleaning, an exam and any x-rays their dentist recommends.
Can a custom oral appliance replace my CPAP machine?
For many adults with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, yes, an oral appliance is an alternative to CPAP. The first step is a home sleep study or a visit to a local sleep clinic, and sleep specialists interpret the results. If the appliance is a good match, our dentists fit one made for your mouth.
How many months does an implant take from start to finish?
Most implant cases take a few months from placement to the finished tooth. The implant needs that time to fuse with the jawbone, a process called osseointegration. The placement visit itself is planned with CBCT 3D imaging and a 3D-printed guide, and most patients return to normal activity within a day or two. Your exam sets the exact timeline.
What does the Wellness Plan include for a family without insurance?
Every member receives two preventive visits a year, and each visit covers a cleaning, an exam and x-rays. The plan works like a membership, with a single fee paid once a year. Members also pay reduced fees on fillings, crowns and dental implants, and no yearly cap limits how often those savings apply.
Schedule Your Visit from Stratford Hills
Booking with a dentist near Stratford Hills takes one call to 804-369-9043, or you can book online any time. We see patients Monday through Thursday only, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Browse every neighborhood on our areas we serve page, or learn more about the Patterson office on the Dentist Richmond, VA page.